BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting 2020: September 4, virtual, Russia

The BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on September 4, 2020, was held virtually under the chairmanship of Russia. The meeting focused on a range of international and regional issues, including political, security, economic, trade, financial, and sustainable development matters.

Meeting Details

Format and Participation
The meeting was held virtually due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It was chaired by Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, as Russia held the rotating BRICS presidency for 2020. The other participants were:

– Brazil: Ernesto Araújo
– India: Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
– China: Wang Yi
– South Africa: Naledi Pandor

Key Discussions and Outcomes

1. COVID-19 Response
The ministers discussed the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasized the need for strengthened international cooperation to combat the virus. They exchanged experiences on dealing with the health crisis and its socio-economic consequences.

2. United Nations Reform
– The ministers reiterated their commitment to multilateralism and the central role of the UN in international affairs.
– They called for comprehensive reform of the UN, including its Security Council, to make it more representative and efficient.
– The group emphasized the importance of the UN’s 75th anniversary as an opportunity to reaffirm commitment to inclusive international cooperation.

3. Global Security Issues
– Terrorism: The ministers condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
– Regional Conflicts: Discussions included situations in Syria, Libya, and other conflict zones.
– Nuclear Non-proliferation: They reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining global strategic stability and preventing an arms race in outer space.

4. Economic Cooperation
– Trade: The group discussed ways to enhance intra-BRICS trade and investment.
– New Development Bank: They praised the role of the BRICS New Development Bank in infrastructure development and sustainable development projects.
– Digital Economy: The ministers emphasized the importance of cooperation in the digital economy and bridging the digital divide.

5. Cultural and People-to-People Exchanges
– The meeting highlighted the importance of cultural cooperation and people-to-people exchanges among BRICS countries.
– They discussed initiatives to promote youth exchanges, academic cooperation, and tourism between member states.

6. Preparation for 12th BRICS Summit
– The ministers finalized preparations for the upcoming 12th BRICS Summit, scheduled to be held later in 2020 under Russia’s chairmanship.
– They discussed the draft documents to be adopted at the Summit, including the Moscow Declaration.

Significance

This meeting was particularly important as it demonstrated the BRICS countries’ ability to maintain cooperation and dialogue despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic. It also highlighted the group’s growing role in shaping global governance and addressing international issues.

The discussions and outcomes of this meeting set the stage for the subsequent 12th BRICS Summit, where leaders would further elaborate on these themes and make concrete decisions to enhance cooperation among the member states.

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